ADA Standards
Universal Standards
Color Contrast
Color Contrast
Hyperlinks
Regular Text
Typesetting
Website
Video & Motion Design
Tables
Courseware-Specific Standards
Courseware Documents
Courseware Slide Decks
Simternship-Specific Standards
Color Contrast
On all documents, web pages, videos, and graphics, check color contrast by using one of the following approved tools:
Regular Text
All regular text must pass the “1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (AA)” requirement, which means it has at least a 4.5:1 contrast ratio against its background.
Large Text
Text that is over 18 points (24 pixels)
Bold text that is over 14 points (18.5 pixels)
All large text must pass the “1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (AA)” requirement, which means it has at least a 3:1 contrast ratio against its background.
Graphical Elements
Keyboard focus indication
UI component borders
Standalone icons
Info-critical chart components
Interactive controls
All graphical elements important to the understanding of a graphic or interface must pass the “1.4.11 Non-text Contrast (AA)” requirement, which means it has at least a 3:1 contrast ratio against its background.